Friday, March 27, 2009

kI don't like making rice, and I hate paying high prices for microwave rice. But I love to eat it - especially delicious brown rice packed with B vitamins. So, I found a great way to make a big batch of rice and freeze it. Freezer rice is great for once a month cooking (OAMC) or just for people, like me, that don't want to spend 45 minutes on a side dish.

Make Ahead Freezer Rice

5 cups brown rice10 cups waterplastic baggiesBring 10 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and stir. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer rice, covered for 45 minutes. Stir once during cooking.

It should make about 10 to 15 cups of cooked rice. I like to refrigerate the pot of rice first, and then place 1 cup portions of cool rice in sandwich baggies. Squeeze all the air out and toss in the freezer.To reheat, just microwave for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Serve as is for a side dish or add to your favorite recipe.